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What Does Happiness Actually Look Like For You?

What does a happy life actually look like to you? Not the life you see on Instagram. Not the life your parents expected you to have. Not the life that looks good on paper. Yours. This week we're talking all about finding your purpose, figuring out what actually makes you happy and creating a life that feels aligned with who you are. We chat about changing careers, knowing when it's time to pivot, finding your values, setting intentions for the year, using your interests and strengths to guide your career, and why you don't need to have everything figured out from the beginning. We also get into the pressure social media can create to have the perfect career, relationship, morning routine, body, house and life — and why it's so important to step back and ask yourself what your dream life actually looks like. Because your dream life might be a Gold Coast apartment and a busy social calendar. Or it might be a house on a few acres, a horse, chickens and a garden. Neither is better. They're just different. Plus, we talk five-year goals, dating with your values in mind, building community, our current routines, meal prep and a very funny misunderstanding involving "manifesting" and Australia Post. So if you're feeling a little lost, questioning what you're doing with your life, or simply wondering whether you're actually building a life that makes you happy, this one's for you. This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠
Sep 15

The Husband of the Pod Has Entered The Chat

This week, we’ve brought a man into the group chat. Meet Jack aka “husband of the pod” — and, as it turns out, the person who deserves a little credit for Lean In existing in the first place. We chat about why Jack thought we should start a podcast, what it’s like being the supportive partner behind the scenes, and why having the right people in your corner can make such a difference when you’re trying something new. Then we get into Jack’s world — his very niche hobbies, his love of the outdoors, his leather bag business, his take on being a tradie who actually enjoys talking about feelings, and why having interests outside of work can help you figure out who you are. And because we couldn’t have Jack on without interrogating him about dating, we get a guy’s perspective on modern dating, dating apps, shooting your shot in real life, finding someone with similar values and why being interesting in real life matters far more than looking good on a screen. Plus: the ultimate death row meals, some questionable dating advice, and plenty of completely unrelated tangents. Basically, we sat down with Jack and let him talk… and somehow ended up with a very wholesome conversation about relationships, identity, hobbies, support and actually being present in your life. This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠
Sep 8

10 Things We Learned In Our 20's

Our twenties really are one big learning curve. In this episode, we're sharing 10 things we've learnt along the way — some the hard way, some through therapy, some through relationships, and some through making very questionable decisions. We talk about dating and knowing when someone actually likes you, friendships, money, career, therapy, comparison, relationships, putting yourself out there, and why you don't need to have your entire life figured out in your twenties. There are definitely some more serious lessons in there, but also plenty of stories, oversharing and things we probably shouldn't admit on the internet. Basically, grab a coffee and come have a chat with us about everything we've learnt so far — and the things we're probably still learning. This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠
Sep 1

Friendships, Social Anxiety & Putting Yourself Out There

Making friends as an adult is weird. In this episode, we're talking about friendships, confidence and what it actually takes to put yourself out there and find your people. We chat about how we've made some of our closest friendships, why simply asking someone to hang out can feel so awkward, and how much easier it can be to connect when you stop overthinking it. We also get into social anxiety, feeling confident in social situations, walking into a room where you don't know anyone, and the pressure that can come with trying to make a good impression. It's a very honest conversation about friendship — the awkward parts, the confidence wobbles, putting yourself out there, and why sometimes you just have to be the person who says, "I like you, let's hang out." This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠⁠⁠⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠
Aug 25

We Have A Lot To Catch Up On

We have a lot to catch up on. This week is basically just a big life update — what we've been doing, where we're going, what's happening with work, and all the random things we've been chatting about lately. We talk about the Beauty Expo in Sydney, running a business, meeting people we've only ever known online, the chaos of getting everything ready at the last minute, upcoming travel, and some very exciting plans for the US and Mexico. We also get into how easy it is to get caught up in being busy and productive all the time, why taking a proper break can actually make you more creative, and our very different approaches to travelling, packing and, naturally, airport outfits. This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠⁠⁠⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠
Aug 18

Let's Talk About Disordered Eating with Meghan Gray

When does a healthy relationship with food start to become something else? This week we're having a really important conversation about food, body image and the things we can sometimes normalise without realising they're becoming unhealthy. We're joined by clinical psychologist Meghan Gray from Gray Mind Psychology to unpack the difference between disordered eating patterns and a clinical eating disorder, and some of the signs that your relationship with food might be taking up more space than it should. We talk about food noise, restriction, binge eating, control, body checking, calorie counting, exercise, perfectionism and why so many behaviours that can be signs of disordered eating are considered completely normal in our culture. We also get into the psychology behind why these behaviours can become so difficult to let go of, how control and uncertainty can play a role, and what recovery can actually look like. It's a really honest conversation about something that affects so many women, and one we hope makes you feel a little more comfortable talking about food, your body and how you're really feeling. This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠⁠⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠⁠⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠
Aug 11

Leaning In To Gut Health

Gut health is everywhere at the moment, but what does it actually mean? In this episode, we're breaking down the gut microbiome and talking about all the things we don't always think about when it comes to our gut — from bloating, digestion and bowel movements to skin, acne, psoriasis, energy and even how stress can affect what's happening inside your body. We chat about what a healthy gut can look like, why your bathroom habits can actually tell you a lot, the connection between your gut and the rest of your body, and some of the things we've personally noticed while working on our own gut health. There are also some pretty wild conversations about gut cleanses, microbiome research, faecal transplants, food cravings and the "second brain" — plus the simple everyday things we can do to support our digestion. Basically, we're going down the gut health rabbit hole and asking a very simple question: what the hell is actually going on in there? This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠
Aug 4

How We Built Our Careers

This week we're chatting all about careers, confidence, and the winding path that gets you to where you're meant to be. We reflect on how our careers have evolved over the years, the opportunities we said yes to, the moments that pushed us outside our comfort zones, and the people who believed in us before we fully believed in ourselves. We also talk about imposter syndrome, learning through experience, finding good mentors, building genuine connections, and why it's okay if your career doesn't follow the timeline you thought it would. Whether you're just starting out, feeling stuck, thinking about changing direction, or simply curious to hear more about our own journeys, this episode is a relaxed conversation about figuring it out as you go—and trusting that every experience teaches you something. This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only it is not intended to replace personalised medical advice. Discount code for ⁠Whole Health Studio ⁠supplements: LEANIN15 FOLLOW THE POD: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Youtube⁠ ⁠⁠Tiktok⁠

Lean into health, wellness, business and all things personal!

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with Em and Tia
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2026
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18
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